The Ghana Police Service has dismantled an organised cybercrime operation in Tema, arresting two suspects and rescuing several victims who were allegedly held against their will and forced to engage in online fraud.
The operation, carried out in early February, was confirmed in an official police statement released on Thursday, February 12, 2026. According to the statement, the exercise was initiated on the directive of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and executed through targeted intelligence gathering.
Coordinated Security Operation
Police said the intelligence-led mission was conducted on February 2, 2026, by a joint team drawn from the Police Special Operations Unit and officers from the Okpoi-Gono District Police Headquarters. The operation was led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Grace Owusua Gyan.
“The mission was focused on rescuing kidnapped victims, apprehending the suspects, and disrupting ongoing cyber fraud activities,” the police said, noting that the intervention followed credible intelligence on illegal activities taking place at a private residence in Tema.
The team reportedly moved in on a location at Devtraco Estate, Community 25, where the suspects were operating. Officers arrested two men, identified as Robinson Endurance and Derrick Glory, without resistance.
Victims Rescued From Confinement
During a search of the premises, police discovered and rescued 10 individuals who were allegedly being held under coercive conditions. Preliminary investigations suggest the victims were confined and compelled to participate in cybercrime-related activities, including online scams.
Although police did not disclose the identities of the victims for their protection, officials described them as visibly distressed and in need of immediate assistance. The rescued individuals were taken to safety, where they received medical attention and are currently assisting investigators.
“This operation saved lives and disrupted a dangerous criminal network that exploited vulnerable people for financial gain,” a police source said.
Evidence Secured for Prosecution
The operation also led to the retrieval of exhibits believed to have been used in carrying out cyber fraud activities. While details of the items were not specified in the statement, police confirmed that all recovered materials have been documented and secured as evidence to support prosecution.
Photographs of the suspects, rescued victims, and seized items were taken for official records and shared with the media in line with police procedures.
The suspects are currently in police custody and are assisting with investigations. They are expected to be formally charged once investigations are concluded.
Growing Concern Over Cybercrime
The latest arrests highlight growing concerns about organised cybercrime in urban centres, particularly schemes involving human trafficking, coercion, and digital fraud. Law enforcement officials say some criminal networks recruit or abduct individuals, housing them in secluded locations and forcing them to engage in internet scams under threat or deception.
The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to tackling cybercrime and protecting victims, especially young people who are often targeted by such networks.
“This operation demonstrates our resolve to use intelligence, technology, and inter-unit collaboration to dismantle criminal groups and safeguard the public,” the police statement said.
Assurance to the Public
The Okpoi-Gono District Police Command has assured the public that investigations are ongoing and that further updates will be provided as the case develops. Authorities are also working to determine whether additional suspects are involved and whether similar operations are being run in other parts of the country.
The Police Service has encouraged members of the public to report suspicious activities, particularly cases involving illegal confinement, cyber fraud, or unexplained movements in residential areas.
As cybercrime continues to evolve, police say sustained public cooperation and intelligence sharing remain critical to disrupting criminal networks and protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation.
Source: Africa Publicity
